NEC ME403U User manual

Projector
ME403U/ME423W/ME383W/MC423W/
MC393W/ME453X/MC453X
User’s Manual
Please visit our web site for User’s Manual in the latest version:
https://www.sharp-nec-displays.com/dl/en/pj_manual/lineup.html
• The ME383W and MC393W are not distributed in North America.
Model No.
NP-ME403U/NP-ME423W/NP-ME383W/NP-MC423W/NP-MC393W/NP-ME453X/NP-MC453X.

Ver. 1 3/21
• AccuBlend, NaViSet, MultiPresenter, and Virtual Remote are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sharp NEC
Display Solutions, Ltd. in Japan, in the United States and other countries.
• Apple and Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc. registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• Microsoft and Windows are either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
• MicroSaver is a registered trademark of Kensington Computer Products Group, a division of ACCO Brands in the
U.S. and other countries.
• The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
• Blu-ray is a trademark of Blu-ray Disc Association.
• CRESTRON and ROOMVIEW are registered trademarks of Crestron Electronics, Inc. in the United States and other
countries.
• Other product names and logos mentioned in this user’s manual may be the trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective holders.
• GPL/LGPL Software Licenses
The product includes software licensed under GNU General Public License (GPL), GNU Lesser General Public
License (LGPL), and others.
For more information on each software, see “readme.pdf” in the “about GPL&LGPL” folder on the supplied CD-
ROM.
NOTES
(1) The contents of this user’s manual may not be reprinted in part or whole without permission.
(2) The contents of this user’s manual are subject to change without notice.
(3) Great care has been taken in the preparation of this user’s manual; however, should you notice any questionable
points, errors or omissions, please contact us.
(4) Notwithstanding article (3), NEC will not be responsible for any claims on loss of profit or other matters deemed
to result from using the Projector.

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Important Information
Important Information
Safety Cautions
Precautions
Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC projector and keep the manual handy for future reference.
CAUTION
To turn off main power, be sure to remove the plug from power outlet.
The power outlet socket should be installed as near to the equipment as possible, and should be easily
accessible.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET.
THERE ARE HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may be sufficient to cause electrical
shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any part inside of the unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important information concerning the operation and maintenance of this
unit has been provided.
The information should be read carefully to avoid problems.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DO NOT USE THIS UNIT’S PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD OR IN AN OUTLET UNLESS ALL THE PRONGS
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED.
Machine Noise Information Regulation - 3. GPSGV,
The highest sound pressure level is less than 70 dB (A) in accordance with EN ISO 7779.
CAUTION
Avoid displaying stationary images for a prolonged period of time.
Doing so can result in these images being temporarily sustained on the surface of the LCD panel.
If this should happen, continue to use your projector. The static background from previous images will
disappear.
Disposing of your used product
In the European Union
EU-wide legislation as implemented in each Member State requires that used electrical and electronic
products carrying the mark (left) must be disposed of separately from normal household waste. This in-
cludes projectors and their electrical accessories. When you dispose of such products, please follow the
guidance of your local authority and/or ask the shop where you purchased the product.
After collecting the used products, they are reused and recycled in a proper way. This effort will help us
reduce the wastes as well as the negative impact to the human health and the environment at the mini-
mum level.
The mark on the electrical and electronic products only applies to the current European Union Member
States.
Outside the European Union
If you wish to dispose of used electrical and electronic products outside the European union, please
contact your local authority and ask for the correct method of disposal.
For EU: The crossed-out wheeled bin implies that used batteries should not be put to the general household
waste! There is a separate collection system for used batteries, to allow proper treatment and recycling
in accordance with legislation.
According to EU directive 2006/66/EC, the battery can’t be disposed improperly. The battery shall
be separated to collect by local service.

II
Important Information
FCC Information (for USA only)
WARNING
The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or changes to the unit EXCEPT those
specified by Sharp NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc. in this manual. Failure to comply with this government
regulation could void your right to operate this equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
Supplier’s declaration of conformity (for USA only)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions.
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
U.S.Responsible Party: Sharp NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc.
Address: 3250 Lacey Rd, Ste 500
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Telephone Number: 630-467-3000
Type of Product: Projector
Equipment Classification: Class B Peripheral
Model Number: NP-ME403U/NP-ME423W/NP-MC423W/
NP-ME453X/NP-MC453X
For UK only: In UK, a BS approved power cord with moulded plug has a Black (five Amps) fuse installed for use with
this equipment. If a power cord is not supplied with this equipment please contact your supplier.
Important Safeguards
These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of your projector and to prevent fire and shock. Please read
them carefully and heed all warnings.
Installation
• Do not place the projector in the following conditions:
- on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
- near water, baths, or damp rooms.
- in direct sunlight, near heaters, or heat radiating appliances.
- in a dusty, smoky or steamy environment.
- on a sheet of paper or cloth, rugs or carpets.
• If you wish to have the projector installed on the ceiling:
- Do not attempt to install the projector yourself.
- The projector must be installed by qualified technicians in order to ensure proper operation and reduce the risk
of bodily injury.
- In addition, the ceiling must be strong enough to support the projector and the installation must be in accordance
with any local building codes.

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Important Information
- Please consult your dealer for more information.
• Do not install and store the projector in the below circumstances. Failure to do so may cause of malfunction.
- In powerful magnetic fields
- In corrosive gas environment
- Outdoors
• If intense light like laser beams enters from the lens, it could lead to malfunction.
CAUTION
This equipment is designed to be used in the condition of the power cord connected to earth. If the
power cord is not connected to the earth, it may cause electric shock. Please make sure the power
cord is earthed properly.
Cable information
CAUTION
Use shielded cables or cables attached ferrite cores so as not to interfere with radio and television
reception. For details, please refer to “Making Connections” in this user’s manual.
WARNING
• Do not cover the lens with the lens cap or equivalent while the projector is on. Doing so can lead to melting
of the cap due to the heat emitted from the light output.
• Do not place any objects, which are easily affected by heat, in front of the projection window. Doing so could
lead to the object melting from the heat that is emitted from the light output.
• Do not use a spray containing flammable gas to get rid of accumulated dust and dirt on the filter and the
projection window. It may cause of fire.
Place the projector in a horizontal position
The tilt angle of the projector should not exceed 10 degrees, nor should the projector be installed in any way other
than the desktop and ceiling mount, otherwise lamp life could decrease dramatically.
10°
Fire and Shock Precautions
• Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation and that vents are unobstructed to prevent the build-up of heat inside
your projector. Allow at least 4 inches (10 cm) of space between your projector and a wall.
• Do not try to touch the exhaust vent as it can become heated while the projector is turned on and immediately
after the projector is turned off. Parts of the projector may become temporarily heated if the projector is turned off
with the POWER button or if the AC power supply is disconnected during normal projector operation.
Use caution when picking up the projector.

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Important Information
• Prevent foreign objects such as paper clips and bits of paper from falling into your projector. Do not attempt to
retrieve any objects that might fall into your projector. Do not insert any metal objects such as a wire or screwdriver
into your projector. If something should fall into your projector, disconnect it immediately and have the object
removed by a qualified service personnel.
• Do not place any objects on top of the projector.
• Do not touch the power plug during a thunderstorm. Doing so can cause electrical shock or fire.
• The projector is designed to operate on a power supply of 100-240V AC 50/60 Hz. Ensure that your power supply
fits this requirement before attempting to use your projector.
• Do not look the lens while the projector is on. Serious damage to your eyes could result. The following logo, that
is indicated near the lens-mounting-section on the projector cabinet, describes this projector is categorized in the
risk group 2 of IEC 62471-5: 2015. As with any bright source, do not stare into the beam, RG2 IEC 62471-5: 2015.
• Keep any items such as magnifying glass out of the light path of the projector. The light being projected from the
lens is extensive, therefore any kind of abnormal objects that can redirect light coming out of the lens, can cause
unpredictable outcome such as fire or injury to the eyes.
• Do not place any objects, which are easily affected by heat, in front of a projector exhaust vent.
Doing so could lead to the object melting or getting your hands burned from the heat that is emitted from the
exhaust.
• Do not splash water over the projector. Doing so can cause electrical shock or fire. If the projector gets wet, turn
off the projector, unplug the power cord and have the projector serviced by a qualified service personnel.
• Handle the power cord carefully. A damaged or frayed power cord can cause electric shock or fire.
- Do not use any power cord other than the one supplied with the projector.
- Do not bend or tug the power cord excessively.
- Do not place the power cord under the projector, or any heavy object.
- Do not cover the power cord with other soft materials such as rugs.
- Do not heat the power cord.
- Do not handle the power plug with wet hands.
• Turn off the projector, unplug the power cord and have the projector serviced by a qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
- When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
- If liquid has been spilled into the projector, or if it has been exposed to rain or water.
- If the projector does not operate normally when you follow the instructions described in this user’s manual.
- If the projector has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
- If the projector exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
• Disconnect the power cord and any other cables before carrying the projector.
• Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord before cleaning the cabinet or replacing the lamp.
• Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord if the projector is not to be used for an extended period of time.
• When using a LAN cable:
For safety, do not connect to the terminal for peripheral device wiring that might have excessive voltage.
CAUTION
• Do not use the adjustable tilt foot for purposes other than originally intended. Misuses such as gripping the
tilt-foot or hanging on the wall can cause damage to the projector.
• Do not turn off the AC power for 60 seconds after the lamp is turned on and while the POWER indicator is
blinking blue. Doing so could cause premature lamp failure.

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Important Information
Remote Control Precautions
• Handle the remote control carefully.
• If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
• Avoid excessive heat and humidity.
• Do not short, heat, or take apart batteries.
• Do not throw batteries into fire.
• If you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries.
• Ensure that you have the batteries’ polarity (+/−) aligned correctly.
• Do not use new and old batteries together, or use different types of batteries together.
• Dispose of used batteries according to your local regulations.
Note for Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999
The lamp(s) in this product contains mercury. Please dispose according to your local authority law.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Sharp NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc.
3250 Lacey Rd, Ste 500
Downers Grove, IL 60515
TELEPHONE 630-467-4712
https://www.sharpnecdisplays.us
Note for US Residents
The lamp in this product contains mercury. Please dispose according to Local, State or Federal Laws.
Lamp Replacement
• Use the specified lamp for safety and performance.
• To replace the lamp, follow all instructions provided on page 86.
A Lamp Characteristic
The projector has a discharge lamp for special purposes as a light source.
A lamp has a characteristic that its brightness gradually decreases with age. Also repeatedly turning the lamp on
and off will increase the possibility of its lower brightness.
The actual lamp life may vary depending upon the individual lamp, the environmental conditions and usage.
CAUTION:
• DO NOT TOUCH THE LAMP immediately after it has been used. It will be extremely hot. Turn the projector off
and then disconnect the power cord. Allow at least one hour for the lamp to cool before handling.
• When removing the lamp from a ceiling-mounted projector, make sure that no one is under the projector. Glass
fragments could fall if the lamp has been burned out.
About High Altitude mode
• Set [High altitude] to [ON] in the Setting menu when using the projector at altitudes approximately 1700 meters
or higher.
Using the projector at an altitude of about 1700 meters or more without setting [High altitude] to [ON] can cause
the projector to overheat and shut down the protector.
• Using the projector at altitudes less than approximately 1700 meters and setting it to [ON] can cause the light
module to overcool, causing the image to flicker. Switch [High altitude] to [OFF].
• Using the projector at altitudes approximately 1700 meters or higher can shorten the life of optical components
such as the light module.

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About Copyright of original projected pictures:
Please note that using this projector for the purpose of commercial gain or the attraction of public attention in a venue
such as a coffee shop or hotel and employing compression or expansion of the screen image with the following
functions may raise concern about the infringement of copyrights which are protected by copyright law.
[ASPECT], [KEYSTONE], Magnifying feature and other similar features.
Turkish WEEE information relevant for Turkish market
AEEE Yonetmeliğine Uygundur.
This device is not intended for use in the direct field of view at visual display workplaces. To avoid incommoding
reflections at visual display workplaces this device must not be placed in the direct field of view.
Power management function
The projector has power management functions. To reduce power consumption, the power management functions
(1 and 2) are factory preset as shown below. To control the projector from an external device via a LAN or serial
cable connection, use the on-screen menu to change the settings for 1 and 2.
1. STANDBY MODE (Factory preset: NORMAL)
To control the projector from an external device, select [NETWORK STANDBY] or [SLEEP] for [STANDBY MODE].
NOTE:
• When [NORMAL] is selected for [STANDBY MODE], the following terminals and functions will not work:
COMPUTER OUT terminal, AUDIO OUT terminal, LAN functions. Please refer to page 37 about details.
2. Power management (Factory preset: Ready)
To control the projector from an external device, select [OFF] for [Power management].
NOTE:
• When [5 Min] is selected for [Timer], you can enable the projector to automatically turn off in 5 Min if there is no signal received by any
input or if no operation is performed.
Important Information

Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Important Information............................................................... I
1. Introduction ......................................................................... 1
❶What’s in the Box? ........................................................................................................ 1
❷Introduction to the Projector ......................................................................................... 2
About this user’s manual ......................................................................................... 2
❸Part Names of the Projector.......................................................................................... 3
Front/Top ................................................................................................................. 3
Rear ......................................................................................................................... 4
Top Features............................................................................................................ 5
Terminal Panel Features .......................................................................................... 6
❹Part Names of the Remote Control............................................................................... 7
Battery Installation ................................................................................................... 8
Remote Control Precautions ................................................................................... 8
Operating Range for Wireless Remote Control ....................................................... 8
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation) ................................. 9
❶Flow of Projecting an Image.......................................................................................... 9
❷Connecting Your Computer/Connecting the Power Cord .......................................... 10
❸Turning on the Projector.............................................................................................. 11
❹Selecting a Source ...................................................................................................... 12
Selecting the computer or video source................................................................ 12
❺Adjusting the Picture Size and Position ...................................................................... 13
Adjust the Tilt Foot................................................................................................. 14
Zoom...................................................................................................................... 15
Focus ..................................................................................................................... 15
❻Correcting Keystone Distortion [KEYSTONE] ............................................................. 16
❼Optimizing Computer Signal Automatically ................................................................ 17
Adjusting the Image Using Auto Adjust................................................................. 17
❽Turning Up or Down Volume ....................................................................................... 17
❾Turning off the Projector ............................................................................................. 18
❿When Moving the Projector......................................................................................... 19
3. Convenient Features.......................................................... 20
❶Turning off the Image and Sound................................................................................ 20
❷Freezing a Picture........................................................................................................ 20
❸Magnifying a Picture.................................................................................................... 20
4. Using the VIEWER .............................................................. 22
Memory viewer function................................................................................................... 22
5. Using On-Screen Menu ...................................................... 24
❶Menu item overview .................................................................................................... 24
❷List of Menu Items....................................................................................................... 25
❸Menu Descriptions & Functions [INPUT]..................................................................... 28
Computer............................................................................................................... 28

Table of Contents
HDMI1 and HDMI2 ................................................................................................ 28
Video...................................................................................................................... 28
USB-A.................................................................................................................... 28
LAN ........................................................................................................................ 28
❹Menu Descriptions & Functions [Display menu].......................................................... 29
[Auto PC adj.]......................................................................................................... 29
[Fine sync].............................................................................................................. 29
[H position]............................................................................................................. 29
[V position] ............................................................................................................. 30
[H. size] .................................................................................................................. 30
[Aspect].................................................................................................................. 30
[Orientation] ........................................................................................................... 31
[Menu position] ...................................................................................................... 31
[Background display] ............................................................................................. 32
[Signal format]........................................................................................................ 32
❺Menu Descriptions & Functions [Color adjust]............................................................ 34
[Image mode]......................................................................................................... 34
[Color adjust].......................................................................................................... 34
6Menu Descriptions & Functions [Setting] .................................................................... 36
[On start] ................................................................................................................ 36
[Standby mode] ..................................................................................................... 37
[High altitude]......................................................................................................... 37
[ECO mode] ........................................................................................................... 38
[Cooling fast].......................................................................................................... 38
[Closed caption]..................................................................................................... 39
[Key lock] ............................................................................................................... 39
[Iris] ........................................................................................................................ 40
[Baud rate] ............................................................................................................. 40
[Sound]................................................................................................................... 41
[HDMI setup].......................................................................................................... 41
❼Menu Descriptions & Functions [Expand] ................................................................... 43
[Language] ............................................................................................................. 43
[Auto setup]............................................................................................................ 44
[Keystone] .............................................................................................................. 44
[Security]................................................................................................................ 48
[Power management]............................................................................................. 49
[Filter] ..................................................................................................................... 50
[Network setup]...................................................................................................... 51
[Control ID]............................................................................................................. 52
[Factory default]..................................................................................................... 53
[Lamp counter reset].............................................................................................. 53
❽Menu Descriptions & Functions [USB-A] .................................................................... 54
[Set slide] ............................................................................................................... 54
[Slide transition effect] ........................................................................................... 54
[Sort order]............................................................................................................. 55
[Rotate] .................................................................................................................. 55
[Best fit].................................................................................................................. 55
[Repeat].................................................................................................................. 55
[Apply].................................................................................................................... 55
❾Menu Descriptions & Functions [Info.] ........................................................................ 56

Table of Contents
6. Network control ................................................................. 57
❶Network control operation........................................................................................... 57
❷Enter through a Web browser ..................................................................................... 58
Connecting Your Computer................................................................................... 58
❸[System status] page................................................................................................... 59
4[General setup] page ................................................................................................... 59
❺[Picture setup] page .................................................................................................... 59
❻[Image setup] page...................................................................................................... 60
❼[Network setup] page .................................................................................................. 61
7. Installation and Connections ............................................. 62
❶Setting Up the Screen and the Projector .................................................................... 62
Throw Distance and Screen Size........................................................................... 68
❷Making Connections ................................................................................................... 71
Connecting Your Computer................................................................................... 71
Connecting an External Monitor ............................................................................ 73
Connecting Your DVD Player or Other AV Equipment .......................................... 74
Connecting Component Input ............................................................................... 75
Connecting HDMI Input ......................................................................................... 76
Connecting to a Wired LAN................................................................................... 77
Connecting to a Wireless LAN (Optional: NP05LM series).................................... 77
8. Connecting to a Network ................................................... 80
1Things you can do by connecting the projector to a network..................................... 80
2Connecting to MultiPresenter ..................................................................................... 81
9. Maintenance ...................................................................... 82
❶Cleaning the Filter ....................................................................................................... 82
❷Cleaning the Lens........................................................................................................ 84
❸Cleaning the Cabinet................................................................................................... 84
❹Replacing the Lamp and the Filter .............................................................................. 85
10. Appendix.......................................................................... 90
❶Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................... 90
Feature of each indicator....................................................................................... 90
Indicator Message (Status message) .................................................................... 90
Indicator Message (Error message)....................................................................... 91
❷Specifications.............................................................................................................. 92
❸Cabinet Dimensions .................................................................................................... 94
❹Pin Assignments of D-Sub COMPUTER Input Terminal ............................................. 96
❺Compatible Input Signal List ....................................................................................... 97
❻PC Control Codes and Cable Connection .................................................................. 99
❼Troubleshooting Check List ...................................................................................... 101
❽REGISTER YOUR PROJECTOR! (for residents in the United States, Canada, and
Mexico) ................................................................................................................ 103

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Projector
1. Introduction
❶What’s in the Box?
Make sure your box contains everything listed. If any pieces are missing, contact your dealer.
Please save the original box and packing materials if you ever need to ship your projector.
Power cord
(US: 310004900)
(EU: 310003100)
Lens cap (440092200)
Lens cap strap × 1 (410034900)
Computer cable (VGA)
(310002200)
Strap × 1
(410035000)
NEC Projector CD-ROM
User’s manual (PDF)
(510048500)
For North America only
Limited warranty
For customers in Europe:
You will find our current valid
Guarantee Policy on our Web
Site:
https://www.sharpnecdisplays.eu
• Important Infomation (510048600)
• Quick Setup Guide(UG) (510048900)
Quick Setup Guide(G2) (510048700)
Remote control
(393004710)
Batteries (AAA × 2)
(391003200)
Unless otherwise described in the user’s manual, the drawings for the projector cabinet show examples of the ME403U.

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1. Introduction
❷Introduction to the Projector
This section introduces you to your new projector and describes the features and controls.
• Simple Computer System Setting
The projector has the Multi-scan system to conform to many computer output signals quickly. Up to WUXGA
resolution can be accepted.
• Useful Functions for Presentations
The digital zoom function allows you to focus on the crucial information during a presentation.
• Brightness adjustment
Brightness of the projection lamp can be selected.
• Multilanguage Menu Display
The screen menu of the projector is available in 27 languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Polish,
Swedish, Dutch, Portuguese, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, traditional Chinese, Korean, Russian,Arabic, Turkish,
Finnish, Norwegian, Danish, Indonesian, Hungarian, Czech, Kazakh, Vietnamese, Thai, Farsi, Romania.
• Convenient Maintenance Functions
Lamp and filter maintenance functions provide for better and proper maintenance of the projector.
• Security Function
The Security function helps you to ensure security of the projector. With the Key lock function, you can lock
the operation on the control panel or remote control. Passcode lock function prevents unauthorized use of the
projector.
• Colorboard Function
At the time of simple projection on the colored wall, you can get the close color image to the color image projected
on a white screen by selecting the similar color to the wall color from the preset four colors.
• Power Management
The Power management function reduces power consumption and maintains the lamp life.
• Closed Caption
This is a printed version of the program sound or other information displayed on the screen. You can turn on the
feature and switch the channels.
About this user’s manual
The fastest way to get started is to take your time and do everything right the first time. Take a few minutes now to
review the user’s manual. This may save you time later on. At the beginning of each section of the manual you’ll find
an overview. If the section doesn’t apply, you can skip it.

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1. Introduction
❸Part Names of the Projector
Front/Top
Controls
(→page 5)
Front Remote Sensor
(→page 8)
Exhaust Vent
Heated air is exhausted from here.
Indicators
(→page 5)
Zoom Lever
(→page 15)
Lens Cap
For protecting lens.
Make sure to take it off during
projection.
Focus Ring
(→page 15)
Adjustable Tilt Foot
(→page 14)
Lamp Cover
(→page 86)
Adjustable Tilt Foot Lever
(→page 14)
Lens

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1. Introduction
AC Input
Connect the supplied power cord’s
three-pin plug here, and plug the
other end into an active wall outlet.
(→page 10)
As the theft and dropping-off
prevention measure, fix on the
supplied strap.
Monaural Speaker (16 W)
Terminal Panel
(→page 6)
Intake Vent / Filter Cover
(→page 82, 88)
Built-in Security Slot ( )*
Security chain opening
Attach an anti-theft device.
The security chain opening accepts
security wires or chains up to
0.18 inch/4.6 mm in diameter.
Rear
* This security slot supports the MicroSaver ®Security System.
Rear Remote Sensor
(→page 8)

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1. Introduction
Top Features
7
9
11
10
23 4
6
8
1
5
1. (POWER) Button
(→page 11, 18)
2. POWER Indicator
(→page 10, 11, 18, 90)
3. STATUS Indicator
(→page 90)
4. LAMP Indicator
(→page 90)
5. ECO Button
(→page 21)
6. INPUT Button
(→page 12)
7. AUTO ADJ. Button
(→page 17)
8. MENU Button
(→page 24)
9. Volume Buttons ◀▶ / Keystone Buttons
(→page 16, 17)
10. ENTER Button
11. EXIT Button

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1. Introduction
Terminal Panel Features
1. COMPUTER IN/ Component Input Terminal
(Mini D-Sub 15 Pin)
(→page 10, 71, 75)
2. COMPUTER AUDIO IN Mini Jack (Stereo Mini)
(→page 71, 75)
3. HDMI 1 IN Terminal (Type A)
(→page 71, 72, 76)
4. HDMI 2 IN Terminal (Type A)
(→page 71, 72, 76)
5. SERVICE Port (USB Type B)
(for service purpose only)
6. COMPUTER OUT Terminal (Mini D-Sub 15 Pin)
(→page 73)
7. AUDIO OUT Mini Jack (Stereo Mini)
(→page 73)
NOTE: The AUDIO OUT mini jack does not support earphone/
headphone terminal.
8. VIDEO IN Terminal (RCA)
(→page 74)
9. VIDEO AUDIO IN L/MONO, R (RCA)
(→page 74)
10. LAN Port (RJ-45)
(→page 77)
11. USB Port (Type A)
For USB memory
(→page 22,77)
12. PC CONTROL Port (D-Sub 9 Pin)
(→page 98)
Use this port to connect a PC or control system.
This enables you to control the projector using serial
communication protocol. If you are writing your own
program, typical PC control codes are on page 98.
13. Rear Remote Sensor
(→page 8)
12 10
5
9
8
1
2
3 4 11
7
613

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1. Introduction
❹Part Names of the Remote Control
6
1
15
17
31
32
33
21
22
27
29
30
26
25
24
23
28
34
20
19
12
11
3
4
7
2
9
5
8
14
18
10
13
16
1. Infrared Transmitter
(→page 8)
2. ( ) POWER ON Button
(→page 11)
3. ( )POWER STANDBY
Button
(→page 18)
4. SOURCE Button
(→page 12)
5. HDMI 1 Button
(→page 12)
6. HDMI 2 Button
(→page 12)
7. HDBaseT Button
(This button does not work on this
series of projectors)
8. DisplayPort Button
(This button does not work on this
series of projectors)
9. COMPUTER Button
(→page 12)
10. AUTO ADJ. Button
(→page 17)
11. VIDEO Button
(→page 12)
12. USB-A Button
(→page 12, 22)
13. USB-B Button
(This button does not work on this
series of projectors)
14. APPS Button
(→page 14)
15. ID SET Button
(→page 52)
16. Numeric Keypad Button/
CLEAR Button
(→page 52)
17. PIP Button
(PIP button does not work on this
series of projectors)
18. FREEZE Button
(→page 20)
19. AV-MUTE Button
(→page 20)
20. MENU Button
(→page 24)
21. EXIT Button
22. ▲▼◀▶ Button
23. ENTER Button
24. D-ZOOM (+)(–) Button
(→page 20, 21)
25. MOUSE L-CLICK Button*
(This button does not work on this
series of projectors)
26. MOUSE R-CLICK Button*
(This button does not work on this
series of projectors)
27. PAGE ▽/△Button
(This button does not work on this
series of projectors)
28. ECO Button
(→page 38)
29. KEYSTONE Button
(→page 16, 44)
30. PICTURE Button
(→page 34, 35)
31. VOL. (+)(–) Button
(→page 17)
32. ASPECT Button
(→page 30)
33. FOCUS/ZOOM Button
(This button does not work on this
series of projectors)
34. HELP Button
(→page 56, 87)

8
1. Introduction
Battery Installation
1. Press firmly and slide the bat-
tery cover off.
2. Install new batteries (AAA).
Ensure that you have the bat-
teries’ polarity (+/−) aligned
correctly.
3. Slip the cover back over the
batteries until it snaps into
place. Do not mix different
types of batteries or new and
old batteries.
OPEN
OPEN
Remote Control Precautions
• Handle the remote control carefully.
• If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
• Avoid excessive heat and humidity.
• Do not short, heat, or take apart batteries.
• Do not throw batteries into fire.
• If you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries.
• Ensure that you have the batteries’ polarity (+/−) aligned correctly.
• Do not use new and old batteries together, or use different types of batteries together.
• Dispose of used batteries according to your local regulations.
Operating Range for Wireless Remote Control
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
22 feet/7 m Remote control
• The infrared signal operates by line-of-sight up to a distance of about 22 feet/7 m and within a 60-degree angle
of the remote sensor on the projector cabinet.
• The projector will not respond if there are objects between the remote control and the sensor, or if strong light
falls on the sensor. Weak batteries will also prevent the remote control from properly operating the projector.
Remote control
22 feet/7 m

9
This section describes how to turn on the projector and to project a picture onto the screen.
❶Flow of Projecting an Image
Step 1
• Connecting your computer / Connecting the power cord (→page 10)
Step 2
• Turning on the projector (→page 11)
Step 3
• Selecting a source (→page 12)
Step 4
• Adjusting the picture size and position (→page 13)
• Correcting keystone distortion [KEYSTONE] (→page 16)
Step 5
• Adjusting a picture and sound
- Optimizing a computer signal automatically (→page 17)
- Turning up or down volume (→page 18)
Step 6
• Making a presentation
Step 7
• Turning off the projector (→page 18)
Step 8
• When Moving the Projector (→page 19)
2. Projecting an Image (Basic Operation)
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